19 Questions
Which of the following best describes the role of a Power Engineer?
Power Engineers operate and maintain power plant equipment
Which of the following is NOT a duty of Power Engineers?
Designing power plant equipment
What type of equipment might a Power Engineer operate in a large plant?
Industrial refrigeration plants
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of Power Engineers in smaller plants?
Designing new equipment
What is the primary result of efficient energy conversion?
Reduced fuel consumption
Which equipment converts the chemical energy stored in fuel to heat energy?
High-pressure boilers
What is the potential cost savings per year with an overall plant efficiency increase of only 1%?
$1 million
Which country prohibited the use of sea coals in furnaces in 1306?
England
What was the original purpose of the steam engine?
To increase mine output
What did Power Engineers in some Canadian jurisdictions legally maintain and repair?
Electrical equipment
What is the main role of Power Engineers in jurisdictions where they primarily operate power plants?
Ensure safe and efficient operation
Which of the following is true about the shift rotation for Team A?
Team A works four day shifts followed by three night shifts
How many hours does each Power Engineer work in a 28 day cycle?
168 hours
What can be done with the overtime worked by Power Engineers?
It can be banked for use as time off at straight rate
What types of environments do Power Engineers typically work in?
Dirty, dusty, smoky, and noisy environments
Which of the following is true about the role of Power Engineers in modern plants?
Power Engineers analyze trends and anticipate adverse conditions.
What is the nature of the work for novice Power Engineers in small plants?
Operating valves and pumps
Why do larger plants still require Power Engineers despite increased automation?
Power Engineers are experts in repairing and maintaining controls and instruments.
What are the working conditions for Power Engineers?
Power Engineers work eight or twelve hours per day in fixed shifts.
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